Suave

Pyrithione Zinc · Shampoo · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient Pyrithione Zinc (1.0%)

Purpose

Purpose Antidandruff

Uses

Use controls scalp itching and flaking associated with dandruff.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

When using this product

When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed.

Keep out of reach of children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Directions
• wet hair, lather, rinse, and repeat.
• for best results, use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor.

Inactive ingredients

Inactive Ingredients Water (Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Carbomer, Dimethiconol, Fragrance (Parfum), DMDM Hydantoin, Citric Acid, Zinc Sulfate, PPG-9, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Blue 1 (CI 42090).

Questions?

Questions or comments? Call us at 1-800-782-8301 Mon - Fri 8:30-6:00 pm EST

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Conopco Inc. d/b/a Unilever (revised Apr 3, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Suave NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
64942-1353Pyrithione Zinc 1 g/100mL
Shampoo
Conopco Inc. d/b/a UnileverOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Suave used for?

Use controls scalp itching and flaking associated with dandruff.

Who makes Suave?

Suave is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Conopco Inc. d/b/a Unilever.